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About Me

I thought it was time I updated this a bit as it was way back ing 2011 when I first started my blog and crafting.
Married to Alistair for now for almost 22 years, who puts up with my ever expanding craft area.
I have 1 lovely son and daughter in law, and various grandpets.
I am never seen without some kind of knitting going on and if not that, it's cardmaking. I have recently started trying my hand at mixed media and sewing.
I sing with the Inverness Choral Society, which I love.
I also love where I live, the Highlands of Scotland.
Oh, and I love Autumn, it's my favourite season with all the fantastic shades of brown and gold, the crispness of the air, and the cosy nights indoors.
And the best bit ever.. is that I'm now lucky enough to be RETIRED!!

Saturday, 12 March 2016

Spicy Tulips!

Hello Everyone, been away for the best part of the week on a little break down in Dumfries and Galloway, so I do hope all is well with your, and as it's once again the weekend that your enjoying whatever you've planned.We had a lovely time in an area that we don't know well, and the weather was brilliant. The day we drove down was wonderful blue skies and no cloud all the way and the scenery was stunning, especially driving through the Lead Hills. We stayed in a beautiful old Manor House, so comfortable and the food was so delicious. I'm afraid both of us have managed to put on a few pounds, well hubby has, thankfully I only gained one. So it's back on the waggon now we are back.As I didn't take my tablet with me I wasn't able to keep up with your blogs, but I will try and get around you all over the next few days.Thank you for all the lovely comments on my last card.My card today is for the Chocolate Baroque Colour Challenge 20;

Using the gorgeous Tulips stamp which was last February's AYOS stamp last year and a couple of the images from Swirly Pets in my background. Coloured with a selection of DI.

The colour swatch is fabulous, such hot spicy colours.

Now just before I go, here are some of photos of Friar's Carse Hotel, where we were staying;

This is leading down to the River Nith from the front of the Hotel

A few large rooms but this was the grandest with the leather Chesterfields and the roaring fire. I just loved sitting here with my knitting and a wee dram. My knitting fairly generated great conversations with other guests.So, that's me back, having a bit of a rest today, it's a long drive and Alistair decided that he wanted to drive back along Loch Lomond, over the Rannoch Moore and through Glencoe, taking us to Ft. William and then along Loch Ness. It's all windy roads, which I hate and in to the bargain, it was not a good day weather wise as it was raining heavily. I spent most of the journey clutching the door handle and gasping in panic. I've stated in no uncertain terms that it's the last time I go that particular route. However, Alistair drove safely and we got home in one piece even although there were a few edgits on the road, who felt that they had to rush and overtake anyone in front of them.Thanks for visiting and I hope you like what I've brought you today,Take care,

Hi KateDid have to think about your title. Thought it was some strange delicacy from the Borders (Scottish side of course lol!).Kate, this is stunning. I have to say, it would be one of my favourite Kate cards. The colours, the design...everything spot on!Fingers crossed in the challenge as its fab.Catch up soon chuck.Ang x

I would love to do that drive Kate - I have been to Loch Nees and loved the surrounding area. I would really enjoy going back to Scotland - have made several blogging buddies there. I can see you now sitting in front of the fire knitting. Your card is stunning -- I know you are pleased with it.sandy xx

A beautiful card Kate, and the tulips look lovely in those warm colours. Your trip sounds great apart from the scary journey, thanks for sharing the photos. Thanks for your entry into the Chocolate Baroque challenge, Judith xx

Hi Kate,what a brilliant card, and the colours are perfect.Love that tulip stamp, and your very fab design.OOOOOOOOOOO! I am envious of your little holiday as your photos look soooooo! fab.I know what you mean about your journey back though as we traveled that way when we were up there, and as you say that road is very scary.Thank goodness you arrived home safely.Lots of crafty love. Jenny L.

Your lovely tulips look awesome with the color theme you followed. Can't wait for tulips to start peeking out of the ground here. Your trip sounds exciting, and you sure stayed in style, lovely pictures, so glad you shared.